A dad-of-two who died after being hit by a lorry on a busy Staffordshire road has been described as a “kind, caring, considerate man” by his devastated family.

John Richard Taylor, aged 43, died in the collision on the A5 in Bridgtown, on the outskirts of Cannock, in the early hours of Saturday morning.

The housing support manager and scout leader, from Darmouth Road, Cannock, was taken by ambulance to the University Hospital of North Staffordshire, where he later died from his injuries.

A statement from his family said: “John was a loving father to Beth and Ben, husband of Diane, son of Neil and Betty and brother to Clare, Adele and Damian. He was a kind, caring, considerate man who always put others before himself and had a great sense of humour.

“John, who worked as a housing support manager for 13 years and was also a scout leader with Second Great Wyrley St Thomas More Scout Group for 15 years, will be greatly missed by family, friends and colleagues.

“The tragedy has come as a horrendous shock and loss to his family who would like to thank emergency services and all well-wishers for their kind words of support throughout this difficult time.

“The family wish to welcome friends and acquaintances to celebrate John’s life at his funeral on Thursday, March 14, at 11.30am at St Mary’s Church, Cannock. They request family flowers only and all donations will be forwarded to the housing association’s charitable trust.”